IGP Egbetokun Advocates Active Citizen Participation, Stakeholder Partnership to Enhance Security
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has called on the citizens to participate in the course of national security and development initiatives.
IGP Egbetokun also advocated for the partnership of stakeholders, noting that the call aims to foster a shift towards modern policing and to promote socioeconomic and political advancement in Nigeria.
According to a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP made the call at the Police Headquarters on Tuesday while reflecting on and appraising the effectiveness of the well-coordinated operations placed for the rescue of the 20 (twenty) medical students who were kidnapped in Benue State on August 15, 2024, and other 7 (seven) Nigerians who had been in the captivity of the heinous criminals.
“The IGP further advocates for citizen volunteerism and an individualistic approach to social and security restructuring in the country.
“Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders, including the Police, other security agencies, and government entities at all levels, to realize the vision of a new Nigeria characterized by enhanced national security and good governance for all,” the statement partly read.
IGP Egbetokun lauded the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu for his unalloyed support to the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies in the rescuing of Nigerian citizens.
He acknowledged the NSA’s dedication to lending helping hand to security forces in fulfilling their constitutional responsibilities of safeguarding the lives and property of Nigerian citizens, as well as upholding law and order throughout the nation.
The Police boss also expressed gratitude to the officers affiliated with the office of the National Security Adviser, the military, and other security personnel, as well as the local community members who actively participated in the rescue operation, along with numerous similar efforts throughout the nation.
“Their contributions are praiseworthy and play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of Nigeria and its citizens,” he stressed.
The IGP reiterated the dedication of the security agency to assiduously emplace a Police Force that is professionally competent, rule-of-law compliant, service-driven, and people-friendly.
He equally assured the public of the safe rescue of all Nigerians in captivity across the country, adding that “this is our pledge, and we will ensure its fulfilment.”
